noun

aphorism

aphorism, saying, maxim, adage

He was famous for his witty aphorisms.

He was famous for his witty aphorisms.

'Actions speak louder than words' is a common aphorism.

'Actions speak louder than words' is a common aphorism.

an aphorism about ((sth.)) an aphorism about life

Synonyms: maxim, adage, proverb, saying

From Greek 'aphorismos' meaning 'definition, pithy sentence'.

A short phrase 'for' (phor) wisdom (-ism).

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